Linear,
Actually - I dont believe you get "it".
And yes - you are selling your ideas.
Or at least attempting to do so.
You may not think you are - but you are.
Poorly - I might add.
As for talent in this country - it just seems to be getting better and better - every year - at all ages. I am surprised you have not noticed this. Someone is doing something right. Actually - alot of things right. Perhaps a trip to the field - and out of the lab - may help.
As for Fungo's comment - I agree 100%.
What does the number of roster spots in MLB have to do with youth training?